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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Chemical Process Engineer (Process Engineer) to join their engineering team supporting local clients and virtual project teams. This role supports projects from early-phase design through construction and commissioning, developing PFDs, P&IDs, performing process calculations, selecting equipment, and creating specifications.

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What You’ll Do

• Support development of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Complete process calculations and equipment selection/specifications during early design phases.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline engineering and design teams to complete project tasks on schedule and within budget.
• Assist in preparing bid packages, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform or support field work, construction monitoring, and commissioning activities.
• Review vendor documentation and accept/reject major materials or equipment based on quality and specification compliance.
• Lead or contribute to engineering studies, technical reports, and engineering calculations.
• Draft and interpret designs into working drawings; check work for application of sound engineering practices.
• Supervise or coordinate designers on parts of projects when required.
• Receive guidance on assignments with progressive responsibility and exercise growing professional judgment.
• Travel as needed to client or project sites.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited program (qualifies for licensure in the state of practice) — required.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with little or no practical experience are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, and equipment sizing/specification.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel to project sites as required.
• Commitment to learning and applying industry codes and standard engineering methods.
• Proficiency with common engineering tools/software is a plus.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000 per year (depending on location, education, experience, and relevant certifications).
• Benefits typically include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities, including responsible use of AI tools to increase productivity.

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Location & Work Arrangements

• Location: Paradise Valley, AZ (must be able to work on-site as required and support virtual project teams).
• Position is Full Time; travel to client/project sites may be required.

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Notes on Hiring & Compliance

Careertakes operates as a third-party recruiter for this opportunity. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status. This posting includes a good-faith salary range where provided by our client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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